2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (130 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Omega (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Mariner | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
